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Cajun Sweet Potato Latkes

  • 2 pounds (about 3 large) sweet potatoes (peeled)
  • 3 large eggs
  • 2 tbsp. plus 1 tsp plus 1 tsp. of Cajun spice blend
  • 1/3 cup cilantro (chopped)
  • peanut oil
  • sour cream
  1. Using the coarse grating disc of a food processor, grate the sweet potatoes. Transfer to a large bowl.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk the eggs. Sprinkle the Cajun spice blend into the eggs in whisk. Mix in the cilantro.
  3. Add egg mixture to the grated potatoes
  4. In a large skillet, heat the peanut oil until very hot but not smoking. If you are using a thermometer, bring the oil to 375 degrees F.
  5. Add the sweet potato mixture ¼ cup at a time. Fry until golden, flip and fry until golden on the other side. Drain on paper towels. Repeat the process until all the potatoes are used.
  6. Serve with a dollop of sour cream.